Michael Gater

Michael Gater, 67, of Fort Wayne passed away Thursday, November 24, 2022, at home surrounded by family.  Born September 4, 1955, in Fort Wayne he was a son of the late Carl and Lillian Gater. He attended Northrop High School.  Mike was a meat cutter for 42 years and worked at Pio Market, Tom's Super Valu and Didier Meats. Interests include grilling, fishing, playing pool and enjoying time with his family. Michael is survived by his loving wife, Nancy; son, Michael (Mandy) Chapman; daughter, Christine (Jacob) Doelling; four grandchildren, Zachary, Katelyn, DeVera and Sophia; brothers, Larry (Carol) Gater, Stan (Lydia) Gater, Russ (Mary) Gater, and Alex (Ann) Gater; sisters, Laura (Ben) Schneider, Ginny (Gary) Hemminger, and Sharon (Jeff) Ummel; Mike was also preceded in death by his brother, Danny Gater.  Memorial Service will be 11:00 am, Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave with calling one hour prior. Visitation also Friday, December 9, 2022, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Divine Mercy Funeral Home. Inurnment will be in Catholic Cemetery.  In Lieu of Flowers contributions may be made to help with funeral expenses.  Please make checks payable to Nancy Gater.